- STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. CODY J. SELLS (MA-2022-09, MERCER COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) A-4018-23 Appellate Feb. 12, 2026
- THOMAS A. FREDELLA, ET AL. VS. TOWNSHIP OF TOMS RIVER, ET AL. (L-3198-17, OCEAN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) A-1299-24 Appellate Feb. 12, 2026
- ORLANDO TORRES VS. BOARD OF TRUSTEES, ETC. (PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM) A-1710-23 Appellate Feb. 12, 2026
- STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. EDWARD LYNCH, JR. 24-12-1941 Trial Feb. 12, 2026 Summary 24-12-1941 The defendant pled guilty to a single count of distribution of child pornography, first degree, in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:4B(5)(A)(1). Following the plea, the court referred the defendant for a psychological evaluation by the Department of Corrections (DOC), pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2C:47-1, to determine if the defendant’s conduct was characterized by a pattern of repetitive and compulsive behavior to require sentencing pursuant to the New Jersey Sexual Offenders Act (NJSOA) pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2C:47-3(b). The DOC evaluation concluded that the defendant did not qualify for sentencing under NJSOA. The defendant sought to challenge the DOC’s evaluation and moved for a hearing pursuant to State v. Horne , 56 N.J. 372 (1970), contending that his conduct was compulsive and persistent and qualified him for sentencing under the NJSOA to a term of incarceration at the Adult Diagnostic and Treatment Center (ADTC) for sex offender treatment. The court denied the defendant’s motion, finding that the recognized due process rights afforded to a defendant under Horne to challenge a classification by DOC that they are a persistent and compulsive offender requiring sentencing under the NJSOA do not apply to give a defendant the right to challenge a negative finding by the DOC that they are not NJSOA eligible and require sentencing to the ADTC in the absence of a DOC finding of eligibility and recommendation for same pursuant to the governing caselaw and statutory provisions. Close
- MARTCHELA V. POPOVA-MLADENOV, ET AL. VS. JASON M. COIGNE, ET AL. (L-0387-21, MIDDLESEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) A-0675-24 Appellate Feb. 12, 2026
- IN RE BID SOLICITATION #23DPP00896 T2581 AUCTIONEERING SERVICES, ETC. (DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY) A-2519-24 Appellate Feb. 12, 2026
- STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. EDWIN RAMIREZ (21-06-0477, MIDDLESEX COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) A-1483-24 Appellate Feb. 13, 2026
- STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. MUJAHIDEEN ABDULLAH (15-04-0594, BERGEN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) A-2993-23 Appellate Feb. 13, 2026
- DEERFIELD HOLDINGS, LLC, ET AL. VS. LAKEWOOD TOWNSHIP PLANNING BOARD, ET AL. (L-0329-24, OCEAN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) A-0810-24 Appellate Feb. 13, 2026
- STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. RAFIIK A. HESTER (MA-24-0018, MONMOUTH COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) A-1804-24 Appellate Feb. 13, 2026
- DCPP VS. D.P.-Z. AND S.E.Z., IN THE MATTER OF MA.Z., MI.Z., AND MIL.Z. (FN-04-0199-23, CAMDEN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) A-3349-23 Appellate Feb. 13, 2026 Summary A-3349-23 In this appeal, the court addressed in a Title 9 proceeding, N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21 to -8.73, whether a child subjected to alleged abuse or neglect has the right to a fact-finding hearing after the New Jersey Division of Child Protection and Permanency (Division) entered a settlement with her adoptive parents. The court also addressed the child's rights to sibling visitation under the Child Placement Bill of Rights Act (CPBRA), N.J.S.A. 9:6B-1 to -6, and the Siblings' Bill of Rights (SBR), L. 2023, c. 1, §§1-3 (codified at N.J.S.A. 9:6B-2.1 to -2.2 and amending N.J.S.A. 9:6B-4). Appellant Mil.Z. (Mary) appealed from the Family Part judge's order denying her request for a Title 9 abuse or neglect hearing after she objected to the judge's finding that the Division's settlement with defendants D.P.-Z. (Dawn) and S.E.Z (Sara) sufficiently established abuse or neglect against her under N.J.S.A. 9:6-8.21(c)(4). Mary additionally challenged the judge's denial of her request for a plenary hearing on sibling visitation with her siblings, Ma.Z. (Maya) and Mi.Z. (Mindy), and best interests evaluations. The court determined that a Family Part judge is permitted to accept a Title 9 abuse or neglect settlement if the judge is satisfied that the settlement is in the child's best interests after considering the abuse or neglect claims, the settlement stipulations, the defendant's factual admissions, the child's Law Guardian's objection, and any other relevant factors. In the present case, the court reversed because the judge made insufficient factual findings as to Dawn's and Sara's conduct that constituted abuse or neglect. The court also reversed the judge's denial of Mary's request for a plenary hearing on sibling visitation and best interests evaluations. The court held Mary has the presumptive right to sibling visitation under the CPBRA and the SBR and had made a sufficient prima facie showing of resulting harm from the judge's denial of sibling visitation. Further, the court held that the record supported the need for independent sibling bonding and best interests evaluations by trained medical experts, and the judge erred in not separately addressing Maya's needs, because her autism spectrum disorder did not prevent a trained medical professional from effectively conducting an evaluation. Close
- STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. CRUZ MARTINEZ, JR. (13-08-1528, HUDSON COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) A-1395-24 Appellate Feb. 13, 2026
- STATE OF NEW JERSEY VS. RICHARD HOCKENBERRY (98-12-4326, CAMDEN COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) A-1993-23 Appellate Feb. 13, 2026
- B.D. VS. A.B. (FV-11-1101-25, MERCER COUNTY AND STATEWIDE) (RECORD IMPOUNDED) A-2804-24 Appellate Feb. 13, 2026
- IN THE MATTER OF GISSELLE BOND, ROSELLE BOARD OF EDUCATION, ET AL. (NEW JERSEY COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION) A-0721-24 Appellate Feb. 13, 2026
- MESSAGE FOR PETIT & GRAND JURORS, THE COURTHOUSE WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2026, IN OBSERVANCE OF A HOLIDAY., JURY SERVICE IS ONE WEEK OR ONE TRIAL UNTIL 4:30PM, PETIT JURORS SCHEDULED TO THE FOLLOWING DATES MUST REPORT TO THE 4TH FLOOR OF THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING AT 8:30AM., PLEASE HAVE YOUR GREEN SUMMONS OR PAPER QUESTIONNAIRE AND PHOTO I.D. AVAILABLE UPON CHECKING IN., , FEBRUARY 17—NO JURORS , FEBRUARY 18—ORDER # 00001—01115, FEBRUARY 19—ORDER # 01116—01769, , ORDER #01770 AND HIGHER, YOUR SERVICE IS COMPLETE AS INFORMED VIA EMAIL., , PETIT JURORS ON TRIAL OR IN THE MIDST OF JURY SELECTION WITH A JUDGE(S) MUST FOLLOW THE JUDGE’S INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING WHEN THEY ARE TO RETURN TO THE COURTHOUSE., , GRAND JURORS CONFIRMED FOR THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4TH, PLEASE FOLLOW THE EMAILED INSTRUCTIONS AS DIRECTED., Please check your emails, including junk and spam folders periodically for updates. , In the event of inclement weather or an emergency court closing, please visit the website: http://www.njcourts.gov or call 201-748-4410 @ 7:15 A.M., Please note:, Jurors may enter the building through the main entrance on Newark Avenue or the side entrance on Central Avenue. The building is in a restricted parking zone. If you do not have a Zone 2 Permit, please read all the signs to avoid parking tickets and park in a legitimate space on the streets in the area. The permit does not cover parking meters. After checking in, request a Zone 2 permit. Zone 2 parking permits will not prevent you from receiving a ticket or having your vehicle being booted for violating parking regulations, such as street cleaning. You will be given instructions and time to place the permit in your car. Please note that parking lots are privately owned and will require that you pay a daily fee. The courts do not reimburse for incurred fees. Jurors must wear clothing appropriate for a court appearance. Uniforms, or clothing displaying statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. For security reasons, jurors may not bring sharp objects, video, and camera equipment, etc. into the courthouse. For your convenience, Wireless Internet is available for personal laptops. Jurors who did not complete or submit their questionnaire 4 days prior to their service date, will not receive reporting information and therefore must contact the jury management office to reschedule. Answers to frequently asked questions about jury service in New Jersey can be found at https://www.njcourts.gov/jurors/faq The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for jurors’ banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement. SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 8:30AM-4:30PM VIA EMAIL AT: HUDJURY.MAILBOX@NJCOURTS.GOV OR CALL 201-748-4400 EXT 60560. Thank you for your cooperation., Message from Assignment Judge David B. Katz, Welcome to jury duty and thank you in advance for your deeply appreciated and necessary participation in the operation of both the civil and criminal courts here in Hudson County . The Jury Manager and her staff will do all that they can to make your term of jury service instructive, rewarding and enjoyable. Again, sincere thanks for your attendance and cooperation. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 201-748-4400 ext. 60560 or by email at Hudjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov ., Juror Parking Directions, Hudson County Administration Bldg 595 Newark Avenue Jersey City, New Jersey 07306 201-748-4400, Please note: , Jurors may enter the building through the main entrance on Newark Avenue or the side entrance on Central Avenue. In the event of inclement weather, jurors should call 201-748-4410 201-748-4410 or access Unscheduled Court Closings court closings to check for closings and cancellations at Hudson County facilities. The building is in a restricted parking zone. If you do not have a Zone 2 Permit, please read all the signs to avoid parking tickets and park in a legitimate space on the streets in the area. After checking in, request a Zone 2 permit. The permit does not cover parking meters nor does it cover the area of Hoboken Avenue between Baldwin and Central Avenues. Zone 2 parking permits will not prevent you from receiving a ticket or having your vehicle being booted for violating parking regulations, such as street cleaning. You will be given instructions and time to place the permit in your car. Parking is limited in the Courthouse area. The nearest paid parking lots are at the corners of Newark and Oakland Aves. (across from the Admin Bldg.), Hoboken Aves. (approximately 2 blocks away), and Summit and Pavonia Aves. There are also several lots in the vicinity of Journal Square. Please note that parking lots are privately owned and will require that you pay a daily fee. The courts do not reimburse for incurred fees. Jurors must wear clothing appropriate for a court appearance. Uniforms or clothing displaying statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. For security reasons, jurors may not bring sharp objects, video and camera equipment, etc. into the courthouse. For your convenience, Wireless Internet is available for personal laptops. If you have any questions regarding your jury service, please call our office Monday through Friday at between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:30 pm., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors are summoned for a minimum of one day or one full trial. As, such, jurors who are not selected to serve on a trial by the end of the day, will have completed their jury service. If you are sent to a courtroom and the jury selection process continues beyond your one day, you will have to return until the judge excuses you from serving as a juror on that trial. Those who are selected for trials finish their service at the conclusion of the trial. Trials vary in length. Some trials proceed for just one day and others last longer. The trial judge will provide an estimate regarding the length of the trial at the beginning of jury selection. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 201-748-4400 ext. 60560 .
- CUMBERLAND COUNTY JURY REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE WEEK OF FEBRUARY 17th, 2026., THE COURTHOUSE IS CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY on, , MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16th, 2026, There are, NO JURORS, needed for, Tuesday, February 17th, 2026, , however, you are on call for the remainder of the week ( Wednesday-Friday ). Please continue to check this website daily after 5pm. Jurors who are currently in trial please continue to follow the reporting instructions of the trial judge and/or our texts and emails. At this time no excusals will be granted by our office. You will have the opportunity to speak with the Judge during the selection process. There is a free parking garage located at 115 Vine Street. Only clear drinking containers are permitted in the courthouse. There are a microwave and refrigerator in the jury assembly room. In the event of emergency closing or inclement weather please listen to KYW 1060 AM or call, 856-878-5070, ,, option 1, ., The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement., Please contact the jury management office with any questions at 856-878-5050, ext. 15160 or by email at: cumjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov Thank You. Jury Management, Message from Assignment Judge Benjamin C. Telsey, Welcome to jury duty. Jury Service is both an honor and a duty of citizenship. As a juror, you will have the opportunity to observe, participate in, and increase your knowledge about the operation of our court system and the judicial branch of government. Those who serve find it to be a rewarding experience and we anticipate that you will also. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 or by email at Cumjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov, Juror Parking Directions, Cumberland County Courthouse 60 West Broad Street Bridgeton, New Jersey 08302 856-878-5050 Parking for jurors and court users is available in the county parking garage (parking is garage is available from 8:00am-6:00pm only) located on Vine Street behind the prosecutor's office building (west of Fayette Street and Vine Street intersection). Some local street parking is also available. A parking garage is located on Vine Street for juror parking. Additional parking at 99 West Broad Street (county office building)., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors term of service is one week unless selected for a trial which will require your service for the duration of that trial. If not assigned to a trial or jury selection, you must call or check the website each evening prior to your service to see if you must report. A typical court day is from 9 AM to 4 PM. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 .
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- Salem County Superior Court, Reporting Information For Petit Jurors Summoned For the Week Of February 17, 2026., In the event of emergency closing or inclement weather please listen to KYW 1060 AM or call 856-878-5050 856-878-5050 , option 3. Please check your email for your reporting status and instructions for the week of February 17th. The jury office cannot accept any excusal requests for the week of February 17th at this time. Please be advised that jurors will not be able to confirm their service after Thursday, February 12th for the week of February 17th. Please contact the jury management office to reschedule. Submit any inquiries to slmjury.mailbox@njcourts.gov or call at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150. The New Jersey Judiciary does not and has never asked for juror’s banking information or social security numbers over the phone, by email, or in person. Court officials will never ask for payment to avoid arrest for failure to report for jury duty. Anyone who has concerns about being approached inappropriately concerning jury duty should contact the county jury manager as well as local law enforcement. Thank you, Message from Assignment Judge Benjamin C. Telsey, Welcome to jury duty. Jury Service is both an honor and a duty of citizenship. As a juror, you will have the opportunity to observe, participate in, and increase your knowledge about the operation of our court system and the judicial branch of government. Those who serve find it to be a rewarding experience and we anticipate that you will also. Thank you for serving., Health and Safety, If you feel sick, do not report to the courthouse. Instead, contact your local jury management office contact your local jury management office to reschedule your service., Voluntary Demographic Information, The juror questionnaire includes three voluntary demographic questions. This information contact your local jury management office helps the Judiciary understand the diversity and representativeness of jury pools. Your responses to these questions are optional and will not affect your selection. , Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy, Advise the Jury Management Office if you require an accommodation in order to serve. You can reach the Jury Management Office by phone at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150 or by email at Slmjury.Mailbox@njcourts.gov ., Juror Parking Directions, Salem County Courthouse 92 Market Street Salem, New Jersey 08079 856-878-5050 Parking lot located behind the Courthouse (enter from Grant Street). Limited metered street parking is also available., Dress Code, Jurors reporting for service should wear clothing appropriate for an appearance in court. Shorts, t-shirts, uniforms or clothing containing statements or offensive symbols are not permitted. All hats must be removed when in a courtroom. Comfortable clothing is also advisable., Courtroom Regulations, Cell phones, pagers and electronic devices must be turned off in the courtroom. You are not permitted to read newspapers or other materials in the courtroom. You are not permitted to bring food or beverages into the courtroom., If You Are Selected As A Juror, The trial judge will instruct you regarding the trial schedule, reporting times, any recesses, lunch arrangements, etc. The judge's instructions will take precedence over any general instructions given in the assembly area. You must wear your juror badge at all times, including during lunch., Other Factors Relating To Your Juror Service, The daily fee for petit jurors is $5 for the first 3 days and $40 for each day after 3 days. The daily fee for grand jurors is $5 for each day of service. Checks are processed on Friday. Your juror check will generally be received within 3 weeks. Check with your employer or your union representative, or read your employee handbook if you have questions about whether you will be compensated by your employer while serving as a juror., Employment Protection, Be aware that N.J.S.A. 2B:20-17 protects jurors from employment related retaliation and provides for the possibility of both criminal and civil sanctions., Term of Service, Petit jurors are on call for one week. If not assigned to a trial or jury selection, you must call or check the website each evening prior to your service to see if you must report. If you are selected, you must remain for the duration of the jury selection process and the trial. A typical court day is from 9 AM to 4 PM. Once your service is completed, you will not be eligible to be selected again for 3 years., Smoking Policy, The courthouse is a non-smoking facility. If you leave the courthouse to smoke, you must inform jury staff so that we are aware of your location at all times., Failure to Report, Individuals who fail to respond to a jury summons or fail to report when summoned may be subject to penalties including fines. If you have forgotten to appear as scheduled for jury service, please contact the Jury Management Office immediately at 856-878-5050 ext. 18150